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Beyond the Headlines: Stories of Israeli Displacement | March 1, 2025

Recently, Chris led a group of ministry leaders to Israel. More than a sightseeing tour, this trip provided a deeply meaningful opportunity for Christians to love and support God’s Chosen People, beleaguered citizens of a country still at war. While in Israel, Chris spoke with several individuals to gain a clear picture of the difficulties so many displaced Israelis have …

Leviticus 8: The Ordination of the High Priests of Israel | February 22, 2025

What does truly God-honoring ministry look like? Here’s a hint: It involves less speaking and more doing! In Leviticus 8, when Moses ordained Aaron and his sons to serve as the high priests of Israel, God directed him to place the blood of the ram sacrifice on specific parts of their bodies—their ears, thumbs, and toes. This divine order may …

Transitions: A Conversation with Jim Showers and Steve Conover | January 18, 2025

The Lord has blessed The Friends of Israel (FOI) with fruitful ministry under the leadership of Dr. Jim Showers, who has served as executive director since 2012. Now, after 30 years of service with our ministry, The Friends of Israel Today’s very own Steve Conover has been appointed to succeed Jim as the head of FOI! With a heart of …

FOI IN ACTION: Jeff & Arlene Berg | May 4, 2024

When you devote your life to a specific goal, others take notice and find inspiration. Friends of Israel field representatives Jeff and Arlene Berg have devoted their lives to serving God’s Chosen People—and their lives provide unbelievable inspiration for us to do the same! The scope of their ministry and their compassion for the Jewish people has earned them a …

November 5, 2022 | FOI In Action: Ministry in Australia w/ Deane & Margaret Woods

We’re heading Down Under this week to hear about all the Lord has done through our ministry in the Jewish communities of Australia. Deane and Margaret Woods recently retired from 18 blessed years of ministry with The Friends of Israel, having raised up a generation of Christian leaders to serve the Jewish people and share God’s love in Australia and …

September 3, 2022 | FOI In Action: Program Ministries with Cameron Joyner

Looking for a way to share God’s love with the Jewish people? Find out how you can bless and serve His Chosen People on this week’s program! Cameron Joyner, a Friends of Israel Field Representative and Assistant Program Ministries Director, shares stories from two FOI ministries he helps lead: Encounter and Bridges. His trip through Jewish communities in the Northeast …